Like many essential businesses amid the COVID-19 pandemic, United Supermarkets has had to make some adjustments to in-store operations to better guarantee the safety of its employees and its guests. Several new measures are taken.
For instance, one way United Supermarkets is flattening the curve is by reducing the guest count to 20 percent of the store's original occupancy rate. In addition, aisles will "be marked for one-way traffic to improve social distancing," ensuring that there will be no congestion. This will be done with the help of floor decals. These have not only been deployed to direct traffic but to also designate that individuals should be standing six feet apart when waiting in line.
United Supermarkets posted 'Smart Shopping' signage in order to remind guests of best practices.
One-Way Grocery Aisles
United Supermarkets Have Introduced Measures to Help Curb COVID-19
Trend Themes
1. Reduced Guest Count - Opportunity for businesses to implement reduced occupancy measures to ensure safety and social distancing during the pandemic.
2. One-way Traffic Aisles - Implementing one-way aisle systems with the help of floor decals can enhance social distancing efforts in stores.
3. Smart Shopping Signage - Utilizing signage to remind and educate customers about best practices for safe shopping can improve overall store safety.
Industry Implications
1. Grocery - Grocery stores can adopt one-way aisles and reduced guest count measures to prioritize the safety of their customers and employees.
2. Retail - Retailers in various sectors can explore one-way traffic systems and smart shopping signage to create a safer shopping environment for their customers.
3. Hospitality - Hotels and restaurants can consider implementing reduced occupancy measures and one-way traffic strategies to maintain social distancing protocols and ensure guest safety.